Peppermint Gum has unique peppery minty notes and a strong sweet fragrant aroma. The leaves have long been used for medicinal purposes, including as a tea. A great native alternative to other mint herbs it brings a strong minty overtones to sweet and savoury dishes alike. Use sparingly for subtle flavour and increase for more a intense taste.
Perfect for… teas, ice cream and chocolate.
Anise Myrtle, from the Myrtaceae family, has a strong sweet aniseed-liquorice flavour suitable for both sweet and savoury. Use the ground powder or flakes as a great bush food replacement for aniseed, star anise or fennel. The oil can be added to dips, salad dressing and sauces. Perfect for… curries…
Native Violet is a herbaceous ground cover, spreading by layering stems. Bright green kidney-shaped leaves. Purple and white flowers appear singly on stems about 150mm high, throughout the warmer parts of the year. Single plants can spread to cover very large areas, particularly in moist positions. Planting info: Prefers moist…
Kakadu Plum, sometimes called the bush plum, is full of antioxidants and vitamins. A small gooseberry like green plum with a slightly tart taste and a cooked citrus aroma. A great addition to all sorts of baking or as an alternative to other fruits used in chutneys. Perfect for… gourmet…
